From warm tortillas and fresh salsas to slow-cooked meats and colorful veggie dishes, Mexican cuisine is rich with tradition, flavor, and community. It’s a family favorite for good reason — the variety of dishes makes it easy to find something for everyone at the table. Whether you’re marking a celebration like Cinco de Mayo or simply craving tacos on a Tuesday, here are some of the best spots in the Seattle area to enjoy delicious Mexican food with your kids.
Agua Verde CafeÂ
- 1303 NE Boat St, Seattle, WA 98105
- (206) 545-8570
Visit this waterside restaurant serving classic Mexican cuisine, with outdoor patio seating with a waterfront view. This fun casual waterfront dining offers dietary needs include gluten free options, vegan and vegetarian choices! Seating is first come first served, with no reservations (recommended to get their early to get a spot since it is so busy). This restaurant is a little different, where you place your order at the counter before being seated.
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Tacos Chukis
- Capitol Hill, Central District, Beacon Hill and South Lake Union locations
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Taco Chukis has long served Seattleites what many consider the best tacos in town from a tiny, elusive location on Capitol Hill. Lucky for us, they’ve recently expanded to more spacious, family-friendly spaces in Beacon Hill, South Lake Union, and the Central District, where it’s much easier to bring the kids for a taco fix. The al pastor is a house favorite — sweet slices of grilled pineapple play off smoky grilled pork — and don’t forget to top it with a dollop of housemade guacamole.
Run, don’t walk to Taco Chukis for their super popular tacos. (Image: Joshua Huston)
Pecado Bueno
- Locations in Fremont & Eastlake
- (206) 457-8837
This place has high-quality taqueria fare in casual, family-friendly settings. The complimentary chips and salsa bar keeps hungry kids going until their food arrives, and the spacious patios and cozy fire pits are perfect spots to kick back on warmer evenings. A bonus feel-good factor: Pecado Bueno is heavily involved in the community, having donated more than $600,000 to neighborhood schools and local charities. Live music will be a special treat for Cinco de Mayo.
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Fonda La Catrina
- 5905 Airport Way S, Seattle, WA 98108
- (206) 767-2787
Georgetown’s Fonda La Catrina offers contemporary spins on authentic Mexican food in a funky, eclectic setting. Their vegetarian options are a particular draw, and the popular weekend brunch is always packed with hungry families. The extensive menu begs for multiple visits; don’t miss their weekday happy hour from 3 to 6 p.m., where crispy tostadas appeal to emerging palates as parents enjoy an excellent house margarita.
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Cactus
- Locations: Alki Beach, Bellevue Square, Kirkland, Madison Park, Proctor, South Lake Union
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Popular local mini-chain Cactus now has six locations, from the Eastside to West Seattle. Cactus serves innovative Southwestern and Mexican fare made from high-quality, locally sourced ingredients, and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Try the ever-popular quesadillas, they are big enough for two hungry kids to share. Their Alki location is right across from the beach, so follow your meal with a stroll by the water.Â
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